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Payroll Specialist & HR Assistant

Great Hire
Riverside, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/9/2026

Job Overview

We are looking for a detail-oriented and people-focused Payroll Specialist & HR Assistant to join our team. This role is a great fit for someone who enjoys balancing numbers with human connection. You’ll play a key part in ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time, while also supporting essential HR functions that help create a positive and well-organized workplace. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy wearing multiple hats, this is an exciting opportunity to grow within a collaborative organization.

What You’ll Do

  • Process weekly payroll for both hourly and salaried employees across multiple departments

  • Review and audit timecards to ensure accuracy, including overtime and meal/rest compliance

  • Maintain accurate payroll, benefits, and employee records through precise data entry

  • Support benefits administration, including enrollments, updates, and required documentation

  • Assist with HR operations such as onboarding, employee file maintenance, and HRIS updates

  • Support full-cycle talent acquisition, including sourcing, scheduling, and interviewing candidates

  • Help administer employee evaluations and performance management processes aligned with company goals

What We’re Looking For

  • Experience processing payroll using systems such as Workday, Paychex, ADP, Kronos, UltiPro, or similar platforms

  • Working knowledge of HR processes, including benefits administration and HRIS systems

  • Experience supporting HR functions such as recruitment, talent management, and performance management

  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently

  • Clear and professional communication skills, with a collaborative mindset

Why Join Us

This role is ideal for a motivated professional who enjoys combining payroll expertise with meaningful HR support. You’ll be part of a team that values accuracy, efficiency, and a positive employee experience.


Pay: $20.00 – $28.91 per hour
Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week




Salary : $20 - $28

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